A cardio and strength circuit that will make you a stronger, more-efficient trail runner.
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Harvard nutritionists David Ludwig and Walter Willett argue that milk should be a dietary choice, not a nutritional requirement.
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How to get past the awkwardness of reaching out to new people.
Discover the keys to bringing your A-game to anything you compete in — on and off the field.
Rebuilding a sense of neighborliness has become its own revolutionary act. Here’s why reconnecting with neighbors and fellow citizens is important.
Chia, pumpkin, flax, sesame, and sunflower seeds are power foods that are packed with nutrients and can be easily added to your meals.
These six exercises will help you build strength for trail running. Perform them alone or interspersed with hill sprints.
Former NBA star Dikembe Mutombo talks about reaching out to connect with your community — and transforming the world.
Connect and transform your community with these tips.
Our fitness experts tackle your questions on the best weight machines, improving lung capacity, and more.
The effects of soda consumption are dramatic — and speedy. Minutes after you take the first swig, the assault begins, and your body goes into a sugar-induced upward — and then downward — spiral. Here’s what happens.
According to a 2013 study, people who read on paper score better on comprehension tests than those who read on computer screens.
A University of Oslo study discovered that eating three meals a day, rather than six, produces greater muscle and strength gains.
Compassion is a cornerstone of education at Atlanta’s Dunbar Elementary School, a partner of the Dikembe Mutombo Foundation.
A 2013 study from Spain’s University of Granada shows that girls who walk to school perform better on tests than those who commute by bus or car.
This new app uses GPS to notify you when you’re near a court with a pickup game in progress and also lets you check out future games (where, when, and how many people are involved).
Go after your dreams. Follow your bliss. But take responsibility for dealing with your present-day reality first.
Self-employment can bring some unique sources of stress. Business coach Barbara Winter offers strategies for handling them.
A whopper of a question. And the answer food writer Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl offers makes a strong case for knowing your rancher and farmer.
No one was more surprised than the NBA legend himself when he was recruited to play basketball in college. Hear about his legendary career and how it’s allowed him to make a difference in the world in our exclusive video.
